7 DAY BIRDING SAFARIS

Day 1: ARRIVAL

Our tour guide will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Kampala. Depending on the time of arrival you might spend the afternoon at UWEC, home to captive animals and over 170 species of birds. This includes 7 species of weavers, such as the rare Northern Masked Weaver and Orange Weaver among others. Dinner and overnight at Fang Fang Hotel.

Day 2: KAMPALA – QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

From Kampala we will depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. On our way we will pass the Ugandan equator where you can take pictures and shop for a souvenir. After lunch in Mbarara we continue to the southwest and head for the Western Rift Valley. Upon arrival in Queen Elizabeth National Park you will enjoy an evening game drive before you check in at the accommodation in the park. Dinner and overnight at Mweya safari Lodge / institute of ecology.

Day 3: QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

The day begins early when we make a game drive to the northern parts of the park. This is not only an area for outstanding game viewing but also offers much to birders. We move through open grassy plains which support large flocks of White and Abdims Stork as well as the spectacular Saddle Billed Stork during the migratory season. Raptors are well represented, including the Brown Snake Eagle, Whalbergs Eagle, Bateleur, African harrier-hawk, Marsha Eagle and Grey Kestrel. We return for lunch and then take a boat cruise as we watch hundreds of hippos, elephants and many migratory bird species, such as the Grey headed Gulls, White winged black Terns, African skimmers, Morning Dove, Water Dikkops, Great white and Pink-Backed Pelicans, etc. Return for dinner and overnight at Jacana Safari Lodge.

Day 4: QUEEN ELIZABETH – LAKE BUNYONYI

We depart from Queen Elizabeth with some game and bird viewing on our way out and proceed to the Switzerland of Uganda Kabale. This is one of the most beautiful areas in Uganda with L. Bunyonyi the deepest Lake. On a bright day you might even see the marvelously bent volcano Mount Muhavura. Upon arrival at the “Lake of the small birds” a boat ride awaits you for transport to Ha’buharo  Island. Dinner and overnight at Habuharo  Island Camp.

Day 5: LAKE BUNYONYI

After breakfast you can board a canoe and explore the surroundings from the water surface. Drift quietly to the several small islands and enjoy the rich birdlife. Return for lunch and then take on a Bird Walk in Mukoni Village. Pass small farms and enjoy the fabulous view as you look out for many birds. Generally 40 to 50 different species may be seen on this walk, including the African Black Kite, Hobby, Swamp Scarlet-chested, Flycatcher, Bronze and Red-chested Sunbirds, White-headed Saw-wing etc. Dinner and overnight at Bushara Island Camp.

Day 6: LAKE BUNYONYI – KAMPALA

After breakfast we return towards the capital city, with lunch en route. The drive takes about 7 hours but runs through a stunning countryside. Arrival in Kampala late in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Africana or its similar.

Day 7: DEPARTURE

Enriched with an experience of a lifetime and unforgettable memories you will say goodbye to the Pearl of Africa. Depending on the time of departure you will be transferred to the airport for you flight back home. We are looking forward to seeing you again!

Price for the 7-days Birding Tour Uganda
Euro €   965 per person 6 pax
Euro € 1060 per person 4 pax
Euro € 1200 per person 2 pax

The prices includes;

Airport transfer, ground transportations, English speaking driver/guide, middleclass/luxury accommodation, all meals, mineral water, park entrance fees, game drives, nature walks, boat launches, motorboat fee to Bushara Island.

The prices exclude:

International flight, visa, tips, personal items.

 

 

 

 

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